2016 Morey St Denis Les Sorbets
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The 2016 Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Les Sorbets was picked on 29 September, includes 30% whole bunch and matured in 35% new oak barrels. Oddly, my first impression on the nose was a Pinot Noir from Martinborough, New Zealand! I do not mean that in a pejorative sense, just my gut reaction to the ebullient red cherry and blueberry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with smooth tannin and a fine line of acidity, quite saline toward the finish with very fine length. This is a well-crafted Morey-Saint-Denis that should age with style, a worthy follow-up to the excellent 2015.
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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Jasmine and violet on the nose, crunchy tannin and refreshingly brisk acid on the finish. Lovely stewed character to the fruit, without any loss of freshness. Layered, elegant, refined. (RH)
About the producer
Although the Bichot family settled in the region in 1350, Albert Bichot was founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot. Today the producer is one of Burgundy’s most respected, making wines from both its own vineyards and with purchased fruit.